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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1963
Page
2
A polarizing call to boycott targets the Profumo scandal era. UK Labor leaders plan strategic opposition to the Conservative government amid political turmoil over Harold Macmillan and the Christine Keeler affair. The debate approach aims to leverage unrest and security concerns as Parliament reconvenes after recess.
Harrisburg AP reports Kentucky public school building bids total $1,215,449 for a Hickory Two addition in Mercer County. Gov Chandler and officials cite progress since 1954 desegregation, with Guard deployment ending and barriers lowered. Louisville passes ordinance banning discrimination in public accommodations.
Vice President Johnson warned critics of science could draw an iron curtain across the pathway to the stars while Gov. Bert Combs pushed a state civil rights code barring discrimination in state government and requiring fair employment by contractors. He credited postwar Kentucky governors with progress on race, urged support for the State Commission on Human Rights, and warned against surrendering to anti integration forces amid nationwide protests and violence.
President Kennedy attended John Burroughs High School senior prom in Burbank, after a delayed Democratic dinner. He joked with Jack Benny and urged unity, while Kennedy’s Los Angeles visit followed a three‑state tour of military displays and a prep for a Mayors’ meeting on civil rights.
Multiple obituaries report deaths June 7 1963. Minnie M Beckert age 86 formerly of Blairsville notes church work and hardware store tenure. Carrie Houck Faith 56 of Blairsville died at home. survived by husband Ord Houck and siblings. David L Young 16 of Punxsutawney died from a gunshot accident. service held at Peters Funeral Home. Kimberly Ann Hartnett age five of Brookville died in an automobile accident. services at St Anns Corsica and burial at St Bernard’s Cemetery Indiana. Surviving family members listed include parents siblings and extended relatives across Indiana County and nearby towns.
A UK US update notes Prime Minister Macmillan less eager than Kennedy to be drawn into Britain’s election. The two leaders held a 24 hour meeting at Macmillan’s Sussex home to discuss Anglo American ties and NATO nuclear policy amid Labour party chances. Kennedy aims to bolster Western alliance while avoiding domestic backlash.
Researchers report a 1962 Atlanta event where 16 white babies were born with a defect between August and October 20. Fourteen died as doctors probe diet travel and history. nonwhite births remained normal. Epidemic ended with rates returning to baseline. Journal of the American Medical Association carries the findings.
Dr Stephen Ward an osteopath, at North Watford, was arrested as a key figure in the Profumo affair. Ward, 43, denied his activities constituting procuring others, while the scandal led to War Minister John Profumo’s resignation after admitting a false denial about his friendship with Christine Keeler. Authorities prepared to file charges.
The Indiana County Unit of the American Cancer Society will hold its annual meeting on June 19 with a dutch treat dinner at Stapleton's Restaurant. The event starts at 6 30 p m and officers and directors will be elected. The meeting is open to any interested person.
Pittsburgh AP report quotes Governor Scranton saying Southwestern Pennsylvania has the best chance to solve its unemployment problem, surpassing other regions in the state. He emphasizes local efforts and economic conditions shaping job prospects in the area.
CAMP DE MAILLY France AP The French army revealed to newsmen the A M X tank capable of crossing a six foot river without prep and with a snorkel could cross deeper rivers. The unveiling gave a view of the seven foot high silhouette and indicated deeper crossings with equipment.
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